If your friend is too needy and wants attention, make your presence known during their bad experiences.
This even works in smaller groups.
Your friend will also be affected by the social norms of your group and then start to conform.
Let’s just have a good time!"
You probably blow your friend off here and there, and it feels bad to do it.
They may have rebuttals to your solutions, but stay firm.
For example, if a friend asks you for money, say, “I don’t have it.
Maybe you’ve got the option to pick up an extra shift at work?”
Can you try me before dinner?"
This will let your friend know where you stand with phone calls.
Take them out to celebrate for promotions and other accomplishments they wouldn’t work for before.
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